Quote by Alanis Morissette

I thought the more famous I became, the more friendships I would have, but the opposite was true.

I thought the more famous I became, the more friendships I w

Summary

This quote expresses the unexpected outcome of the speaker's fame and its impact on their friendships. Initially, they believed that as they gained fame, they would also attract more friendships. However, the reality turned out to be the opposite. This implies that the speaker's fame created a distance or strain in their existing friendships, potentially due to jealousy, changes in dynamics, or the speaker's limited availability. It sheds light on the misconception that fame inherently leads to more meaningful and genuine connections, highlighting the complexities of fame's impact on personal relationships.

By Alanis Morissette

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